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William Robert Baum, Jr., 61, of Onalaska passed away at his home Tuesday, April 4, 2017. He was born in La Crosse on April 20, 1955 to William and Beverly (Morley) Baum. Bill graduated from Onalaska High School in 1973. After high school he enlisted in the US Army and served in Germany until 1976. He married Doris Gutmann and together they had a daughter, Michelle. Bill and Doris later separated but remained friendly. Bill enjoyed hunting and fishing and his time working at WalzCraft in La Crosse. Bill is survived by his daughter, Michelle Snyder, of Farmington, MN; his granddaughters, Kayla and Alexis Snyder; his father, William Baum, Sr.; and his brothers, Jerome (Joni) and Michael P. Baum. He is preceded in death by his mother, Beverly. A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 10, 2017 at 11 a.m. at the Dickinson Family Funeral Home (401 Main Street, Onalaska), Pastor Ted Dewald will be officiating the service. Friends may visit with the family from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Military Honors will be conducted at the funeral home at the conclusion of the service. Memorials can be donated on behalf of William Baum, Jr. to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.dickinsonfuneralhomes.com. The Dickinson Family Funeral Home is assisting the family. |
